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Co-Educational Private Schools in Greater Manchester

Co-educational independent schools throughout Greater Manchester offer families a broad selection of preparatory and senior options. School Scout helps parents compare respected co-ed institutions, reviewing tuition levels, academic performance and boarding availability.

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Changing Lives SEN Independent School

Manchester, Greater Manchester, M31 4BH

Co-Ed 11 - 18 39 Day

Clevelands Prep School

Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL1 5DH

Co-Ed 2 - 11 159 Day

Fees from £3,685 per term

Greater Manchester Independent School

Greater Manchester Independent School

Manchester, Greater Manchester, M35 0UF

Co-Ed 11 - 18 53 Day

Fees from £17,201 per term

Progress Schools - Gorton

Progress Schools - Gorton

Greater Manchester, M12 5PX

Co-Ed 11 - 16 20 Day
Progress Schools Wigan

Progress Schools Wigan

Greater Manchester, WN1 1RU

Co-Ed 11 - 16 9 Day

Safe Start School

Tameside, Greater Manchester, OL6 7ST

Co-Ed 11 - 16 30 Day

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Greater Manchester

How many private schools are there in Greater Manchester?
There are 19 independent schools across Greater Manchester, including a mix of prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Greater Manchester?
No, most independent schools in and around Greater Manchester are day schools.

Families can compare boarding vs day schools to understand the differences.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/boarding-vs-day-schools
What age can children start private school in Greater Manchester?
Most independent schools across Greater Manchester accept pupils from age 3 or 4, with key entry points at 7+, 11+, 13+ and 16+.

See the UK private school admissions timeline to understand when to apply at each stage.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
How do I apply to private schools in Greater Manchester?
Applications typically begin 1-2 years in advance and involve registration, assessments and interviews.

Families can follow the UK private school admissions timeline to understand entry points, key dates and the overall process.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
How many co-educational schools are there in Greater Manchester?
There are 9 independent co-educational schools across Greater Manchester, where boys and girls learn together.
What does co-educational mean?
Co-educational schools teach boys and girls together, offering a balanced and inclusive learning environment.

Learn more about co-educational vs single-sex schools in our guide.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/single-sex-or-co-educational-schools

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